Elegance is the second outlet for owner Huda Farran, whose flagship store is in Oxshott. Filled with sumptious items to decorate interiors, she sells cushions, throws, picture frames and candles to brighten up people’s homes. As the 100th member of the WBG, Huda said she is hoping to immerse herself in the vibrant and happy feel of Bridge Street. “It has a village feel to it rather than a high street,” she said. “People can come here and have a coffee and look round some really unusual and independent shops and go for a walk with their kids to the river. There is parking nearby and everyone is so friendly — it is a nice area for people to visit.” Huda said she hopes Elmbridge Borough Council will start to help out the businesses in the area and help them draw attention to themselves. “I think with a bit of effort from everybody this area could be even better,” she said. “People could all put plants outside their shops and the council could put some kind of sign up to encourage people to walk a bit further than just the High Street. “If people are on the High Street and they don’t know that we are down here then they are not going to bother so it is a case of the council maybe helping us out a little with that. “This part of town is so pretty and close to the river — it is what attracted me to it in the first place.” Elegance opened on August 5 and Huda said trade is already going well. “People like looking for things for their homes,” she added. “We sell anything that will make the home look beautiful — there are some really unusual items here.” For more information on the shop visit Bridge Street in Walton or call 01932 243634.